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RESEARCH CHEMIST

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Job Title: Research Chemist

Job Description

This company specializes in additives for chemicals within the paints and coatings industry. They primarily supply metal organics. This position involves product testing and development for customers in the paints and coatings industry, reporting to the Technical Service Chemist and/or Global Technical Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct product testing and evaluations for customers in the paints and coatings industry.
  • Report findings to the Technical Service Chemist and/or Global Technical Manager.
  • Develop and improve products.
  • Evaluate raw materials and conduct approvals.
  • Work independently at times and provide results.

Essential Skills

  • Degree in Chemistry or appropriate Science.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a lab specializing in polymers, coating additives, or resins.
  • Experience in synthesis and characterization of chemical compounds.
  • Understanding of the requirements for evaluation of customer products in the coatings, inks, UPR, and catalyst industries.
  • Experience working in an ISO environment.
  • Ability to run basic analytical equipment.
  • Ability to set up and run equipment for catalyst performance evaluations.
  • Meticulous attention to detail, conscientiousness, and creativity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in analytical chemistry, wet chemistry, R&D, titration, FTIR, raw materials testing, laboratory work, quality control, gas chromatography, GCMS, development, formulation, and polymer chemistry.

Work Environment

The role will be based in a laboratory setting, working with various chemicals and analytical equipment. The lab is a growing environment, offering numerous opportunities for professional development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
Job Title: Research Chemist

Job Description

This company specializes in additives for chemicals within the paints and coatings industry. They primarily supply metal organics. This position involves product testing and development for customers in the paints and coatings industry, reporting to the Technical Service Chemist and/or Global Technical Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct product testing and evaluations for customers in the paints and coatings industry.
  • Report findings to the Technical Service Chemist and/or Global Technical Manager.
  • Develop and improve products.
  • Evaluate raw materials and conduct approvals.
  • Work independently at times and provide results.

Essential Skills

  • Degree in Chemistry or appropriate Science.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a lab specializing in polymers, coating additives, or resins.
  • Experience in synthesis and characterization of chemical compounds.
  • Understanding of the requirements for evaluation of customer products in the coatings, inks, UPR, and catalyst industries.
  • Experience working in an ISO environment.
  • Ability to run basic analytical equipment.
  • Ability to set up and run equipment for catalyst performance evaluations.
  • Meticulous attention to detail, conscientiousness, and creativity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in analytical chemistry, wet chemistry, R&D, titration, FTIR, raw materials testing, laboratory work, quality control, gas chromatography, GCMS, development, formulation, and polymer chemistry.

Work Environment

The role will be based in a laboratory setting, working with various chemicals and analytical equipment. The lab is a growing environment, offering numerous opportunities for professional development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.